Agriculture
Pakistan targets import cut as domestic ginger production goes up
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP):Pakistan’s long-standing dependence on imported ginger is expected to ease as domestic cultivation gains momentum, driven by research-led innovation, farmer participation and targeted government support. Ginger farming in the country has expanded following sustained research efforts by the Vegetable Research Institute of the Ayub Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), Faisalabad, in collaboration with […]
Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain Holds High-Level Interactive Meeting with Exporters at FPCCI to Boost Agricultural Exports
Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Mr. Rana Tanveer Hussain, held a high-level interactive meeting with agricultural exporters and key stakeholders at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) to address exporters’ concerns and develop a practical strategy for enhancing Pakistan’s agricultural exports. The meeting was convened on the special […]
Jam Kamal inaugurates podcast studio of commerce ministry
In a significant step towards digital innovation and knowledge dissemination in the agriculture sector in particular horticulture, Federal Minister of Commerce Jam Kamal Khan here on Saturday inaugurated the Pakistan Horticulture Development and Export Company (PHDEC)’s inaugural podcast series. This marks the first podcast initiative under the Ministry of Commerce, aimed at enhancing awareness, sharing […]
Pakistan strengthens olive sector through advanced molecular science and global collaboration
The Ministry of National Food Security & Research (MNFS&R) on Thursday reaffirmed strong commitment to the sustainable development of Pakistan’s olive sector through the adoption of advanced scientific approaches and strategic international collaboration. A high-level meeting on the Molecular Assessment of True-to-Type Characteristics of Olive Varieties and Olive Sector Development in Pakistan was held under […]
France, Pakistan sign work plan to allow seed potato exports
France and Pakistan on Wednesday signed a work plan that sets phytosanitary requirements for the export of seed potatoes from France to Pakistan, marking a new step in agricultural cooperation between the two countries. The agreement aims to support crop production in Pakistan by allowing access to certified planting material while ensuring plant health standards. […]
Govt developing ‘National Olive Plan 2030’ to promote olive cultivation: Tanveer
ISLAMABAD: Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday said that the government is developing a National Olive Plan 2030, a policy framework focusing on research, investment, training and international cooperation to promote sustainable olive cultivation in Pakistan. The minister addressed the Pakistan Olive Summit 2.0, emphasizing that the olive sector […]
Government approves policy to procure wheat at Rs 3500 per maund
ISLAMABAD: The federal government approved wheat policy 2025-26 under which it will procure wheat from farmers at the price of Rs 3500 per maund. The mainstay of the policy is to protect farmers, give them a fair price and undertake government procurement to ensure stable strategic wheat reserves. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a […]